Fall 2011 Classes - Evanston Art Center
Fall 2011 Classes - Evanston Art Center
Fall 2011 Classes - Evanston Art Center
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metal sculpture<br />
MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED<br />
FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES<br />
Students will learn basic to advanced metal working<br />
techniques (forged and fabricated) to create direct<br />
metal sculpture and functional art. Our Metal Sculpture<br />
studio is well equipped with gas, arc, wirefeed, and tig<br />
welding facilities, a plasma cutting machine, various<br />
metal forming tools, and a gas forge. A strong emphasis<br />
on safety will be carried throughout the term. Students<br />
should wear natural fiber work clothes and sturdy work<br />
shoes to the first class. We sell steel, respirators, and<br />
other consumables.<br />
3010, 3011 12 WEEKS<br />
Introduction to Metal <strong>Art</strong><br />
Sarah Holden<br />
3010 Monday 9:30am – 12:30pm<br />
Matt Runfola<br />
3011 Tues. 7pm – 10pm<br />
Location: Metal Shop<br />
This introductory class is designed for the student<br />
with little to no experience in working with metal.<br />
Students will learn basic tool operation and the<br />
fundamental metal working techniques (cold and<br />
hot) of cutting, manipulating, and joining, and apply<br />
them to three assigned projects: treasure box, small<br />
sculpture, and candleholder. The final project will<br />
be independent. Students come away with a sound<br />
idea of what can be done to metal to create art, in<br />
a non-intimidating environment. Please note: This<br />
introductory class is open only to first time EAC Metal<br />
Sculpture students, or with Department Coordinator<br />
approval. Attendance in the first class is mandatory.<br />
<strong>Evanston</strong> resident $370/non-resident $380<br />
Class size limit 10<br />
3020, 3021, 3022, 3023 12 WEEKS<br />
Beginning/Continuing Metal<br />
Sculpture<br />
Matt Runfola<br />
3020 Monday 7pm – 10pm<br />
3021 Tuesday 9:30am – 12:30pm<br />
Dominic Sansone<br />
3022Wednesday 7pm – 10pm<br />
3023 Saturday 9:30am – 12:30pm<br />
Location: Metal Shop<br />
This multi-level class is designed for the self-paced<br />
student interested in learning metal working<br />
techniques in relation to the functional and<br />
sculptural object. Beginning students complete one<br />
assigned project while learning oxygen/acetylene<br />
welding, cutting, and the use of primary hand and<br />
power tools. The remainder of the session exposes<br />
beginning and returning students to additional skills<br />
used in creating welded sculpture/furniture, and will<br />
be used for independent projects. Topics discussed<br />
include: cold and hot working, brazing, forging, ARC<br />
welding, and finishing techniques. No experience<br />
required; please come prepared to work the first<br />
class. Attendance in the first class is mandatory.<br />
<strong>Evanston</strong> resident $370/non-resident $380<br />
Class size limit 10<br />
3030 12 WEEKS<br />
Continuing Metal Sculpture<br />
Matt Runfola<br />
Wed. 9:30am – 12:30pm<br />
Location: Metal Shop<br />
This advanced class is designed for the continuing<br />
student who is comfortable with the basic<br />
techniques of metalworking, and is interested<br />
in taking their sculptural/ functional work to the<br />
next level. Students work on independent projects<br />
from the start, and are encouraged to use both<br />
ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and incorporate<br />
non-metallic materials into their pieces. Discussion<br />
topics will include advanced metal working tools<br />
and techniques, inspiration and design, sculpture<br />
reviews, the business of art, and group critiques.<br />
Please note: Enrollment open only to students<br />
who have successfully completed two EAC Metal<br />
Sculpture classes, or with Department Coordinator<br />
approval. Attendance in the first class is mandatory.<br />
<strong>Evanston</strong> resident $370/non-resident $380<br />
Class size limit 10<br />
DIRECT METALWORKING:<br />
SCULPTURAL, FUNCTIONAL,<br />
AND ORNMENTAL WORKSHOPS<br />
MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED<br />
9303 3 DAYS<br />
Modern Patina Techniques for<br />
the Non-Metallic Object<br />
Matt Runfola<br />
Thursday, December 1, 6pm – 9pm<br />
Sat. & Sun., Dec. 3 & 4, 1pm – 4pm<br />
This multi-level class is designed for the student<br />
who wants to learn modern patina techniques (i.e.<br />
coloration through accelerated oxidation) of any<br />
non-metallic object: ceramic, wood, plaster, canvas,<br />
glass, concrete, etc. With the use of an applied<br />
metal coating, any surface can be treated with mild<br />
acids, oxides, and dyes to achieve beautiful and<br />
complex patina colorations. Chemical safety, porous<br />
material sealing, patina application methods, and<br />
preservation will be discussed in detail. Students are<br />
encouraged to bring actual non-metallic piece(s) to<br />
be finished in class, or purchase small canvas / tiles to<br />
be used as samples. All other basic supplies will be<br />
provided for tabletop-scale work; larger works or<br />
multiple pieces may incur an additional material<br />
fee. No experience required.<br />
EAC member $150/non-member $165<br />
Class size limit 10<br />
9304 3 DAYS<br />
Metal Finishing: Modern<br />
Patination and Preservation<br />
Matt Runfola<br />
Thursday, December 8, 6pm – 9pm<br />
Saturday, December 10, 1pm – 4pm<br />
Sunday, December 11, 1pm – 4pm<br />
This multi-level class is open to any student who<br />
wants hands-on instruction with metal finishes.<br />
Topics discussed will include natural and accelerated<br />
coloration techniques such as patinas, pigments,<br />
dyes, and preserving your work with clear coats.<br />
Chemical safety and application methods will<br />
be covered in detail. Instruction will be geared<br />
towards individual student needs. Please note:<br />
This workshop will focus on finishes and the<br />
tools associated with finishes only (no hot work<br />
or grinding). Students are encouraged to bring<br />
actual completed work(s) to be finished in class,<br />
or purchase metal (plain steel, copper, brass, and<br />
bronze) to be used as samples. Students will be<br />
required to have a respirator good for organic<br />
chemicals and acid gases. Please refer to supply list<br />
for purchasing information. All other basic supplies<br />
will be provided for tabletop-scale work; larger<br />
works or multiple pieces may incur an additional<br />
material fee. No experience required.<br />
EAC member $150/non-member $165<br />
Class size limit 10<br />
9305 2 DAYS<br />
Motion and Light in <strong>Art</strong><br />
Daniel Miller<br />
Thursday, Oct. 6 and 13, 7pm - 10pm<br />
Location: 2 North EAC<br />
In this 2-day workshop students will be<br />
introduced to electric lights and motors, looking<br />
at how they have, and can be, incorporated<br />
into the art making process. Day 1 will focus on<br />
the fundamentals of electric circuitry, with examples<br />
of typical components connected to these basic<br />
circuits. Components introduced will include: power<br />
supplies, switches, DC and AC motors, water pumps,<br />
and light emitting diodes (LEDs). Day 2 will be<br />
more hands-on; students will use the components<br />
introduced earlier to design and build an electrical<br />
circuit for a sample art project. Soldered and various<br />
mechanical connections will be covered, with<br />
discussions on methods for integrating the electrical<br />
circuit into your artwork. No experience required;<br />
open to any student interested in adding dynamic<br />
elements to their work.<br />
EAC member $160/non-member $175<br />
Class size limit 10<br />
Monitored Studio Time<br />
Available to all currently enrolled metal sculpture<br />
students for $120 for the semester (use code 8301).<br />
Studio is also available on a drop-in basis for $10<br />
per 3 hour session. Schedules are determined at the<br />
beginning of the semester.<br />
<strong>Classes</strong> without minimum enrollment are cancelled 3 days before first class.<br />
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